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February 2 - Rescued by Surrendering - Joe W. (Ashburn, VA)
February 2 - Rescued by Surrendering - Joe W. (Ashburn, VA)
February 2 - Rescued by Surrendering - Joe W. (Ashburn, VA)
Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Joe W. from Ashburn, VA shares his recovery journey through surrender on the Daily Reflection Podcast. Listen now for inspiration and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Joe W.'s Path to Freedom: Embracing Surrender in Recovery
Well, as an alcoholic in recovery, I have a Daily surrender and I kind of think of this as I like the analogy, you know, in a general sense, of coming in here and totally surrendering, as kind of the phoenix risen from the ashes.
Ever thought you had everything under control, only to realize you were steering straight into chaos? Joe W. from Ashburn, VA, knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of the Daily Reflection Podcast, Joe opens up about his journey from self-reliance to finding true freedom through surrender. Initially, he believed he could navigate recovery solo, without a sponsor or support system.
But life had other plans, and Joe discovered that true victory comes from letting go and accepting help. By embracing the suggestions of others in the recovery community, getting a sponsor, and working through the steps, Joe found a life that's not just sober but genuinely joyous and free. He talks about the delusions that kept him trapped in a cycle of drinking and denial and how surrendering helped him rise from those ashes like a phoenix.
Tune in to hear Joe's candid reflections on the power of community, the importance of building sober relationships, and the profound changes that come when you finally let go of the need to control everything. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Joe's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that surrender can be the first step toward true liberation.